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down and distance

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The game situation described using the current scrimmage down and the yardage required to either the line to gain, or the goal line if no line to gain exists.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: American-football, ball-games, football, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

Examples

  • The choice to punt at this down and distance is unusual.

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